Piaggio ET2

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 49 cc

T243 DGTMOT history

T243 DGT is a grey petrol Piaggio ET2 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2025 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 13,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2025
Mileage
13,602 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2024
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T243 DGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Piaggio
Model
ET2
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
49 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T243 DGT was last recorded at 13,602 miles on 16 Aug 2024, 94 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
13,508 miles · 1 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
94 miles
Average per year
365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 13,602 miles
  • 2022 – 13,508 miles
  • 2020 – 13,405 miles
  • 2019 – 13,314 miles
  • 2016 – 12,953 miles
  • 2015 – 12,359 miles
  • 2014 – 10,956 miles
  • 2013 – 9,800 miles
  • 2012 – 9,368 miles
  • 2011 – 8,927 miles
  • 2008 – 7,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass13,602 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play slight noise when rotated (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement engine to frame mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing / transmission noisy when rotated

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Lower Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass13,602 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    13,602 miles
    Test number
    322896037613
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play slight noise when rotated (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement engine to frame mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing / transmission noisy when rotated

  2. Fail13,602 miles (+94)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,602 miles
    Test number
    733208515709
    • Repaired at testFuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play slight noise when rotated (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement engine to frame mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing / transmission noisy when rotated

  3. Pass13,508 miles (+103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    13,508 miles
    Test number
    930400389338
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing / transmission noisey when rotated
    • AdvisoryDip / main beam bulb not fitted at time of test

  4. Pass13,405 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    13,405 miles
    Test number
    926169818356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass13,314 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    13,314 miles
    Test number
    248266419679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass12,953 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    12,953 miles
    Test number
    946374391945
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  7. Fail12,953 miles (+51)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,953 miles
    Test number
    979899636585
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  8. Fail12,902 miles (+543)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,902 miles
    Test number
    693806565349
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  9. Pass12,359 miles (+1,403)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    12,359 miles
    Test number
    808144085187
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteFront and rear tyres perishing - age related cracking

  10. Pass10,956 miles (+1,156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    10,956 miles
    Test number
    699227274185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  11. Pass9,800 miles (+432)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    9,800 miles
    Test number
    427802793118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • NoteRear brake needs slight adjustment

  12. Pass9,368 miles (+441)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    9,368 miles
    Test number
    516127582131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • NoteRear brake needs slight adjustment

  13. Pass8,927 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    8,927 miles
    Test number
    195250191197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
    • NoteImpact damage noted to plastic panels,

  14. Pass8,927 miles (+15)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    8,927 miles
    Test number
    209250691109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
    • NoteImpact damage to plastic panels

  15. Fail8,912 miles (+1,196)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,912 miles
    Test number
    626532081131
    • DangerousOffside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • NoteImpact damage to plastic panels

  16. Pass7,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    7,716 miles
    Test number
    574944188118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail7,716 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,716 miles
    Test number
    260039578428
    • FailureExhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • FailureRear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
    • FailureRear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
    • FailureRiders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Questions about T243 DGT

Does T243 DGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T243 DGT expired on 15 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T243 DGT?
The MOT on T243 DGT expired on 15 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T243 DGT done?
T243 DGT was recorded at 13,602 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2024, an average of 365 miles a year.
Has T243 DGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T243 DGT has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T243 DGT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T243 DGT find?
T243 DGT passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2024 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to cylinder head; front wheel bearing has slight play slight noise when rotated; headlamp light intensity reduced, and 2 more.

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